Coal Creek Canyon Homes with One Stories

Welcome to Coal Creek Canyon, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Jefferson County, Colorado. Just a short drive from the vibrant city of Golden, this serene subdivision offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern convenience, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking tranquility without sacrificing access to urban amenities.

Coal Creek Canyon is renowned for its stunning landscapes, featuring lush forests, rocky outcrops, and breathtaking mountain views. Residents here enjoy a lifestyle that embraces outdoor adventures, with nearby hiking trails, mountain biking routes, and opportunities for fishing and wildlife watching. The community is characterized by its friendly atmosphere, where neighbors become friends and the spirit of camaraderie thrives.

One of the standout features of homes in Coal Creek Canyon is the availability of charming one-story residences. These thoughtfully designed homes cater to a variety of lifestyles, from young families to retirees seeking ease of living. With open floor plans, spacious backyards, and an abundance of natural light, one-story homes provide a perfect canvas for creating cozy, inviting spaces that reflect your personal style.

Living in Coal Creek Canyon means waking up to the sound of chirping birds and the gentle rustle of leaves, all while being just a stone's throw away from the cultural and recreational offerings of Golden. Whether you’re enjoying a peaceful evening on your porch or exploring the nearby parks, this community offers a harmonious blend of comfort and adventure. Discover your dream home in Coal Creek Canyon today, where every day feels like a breath of fresh mountain air!

Newest Coal Creek Canyon Homes with One Stories

$239,000

1 Beds ⋅ IR1062966 MLS

Colorado Mountain Cabin - Some cabins are just structures. This one is a feeling. Nestled in the Front Range foothills among dramatic rock outcroppings and a canopy of aspen and spruce, this charming retreat invites you to leave the noise behind. This special hideaway offers a rare combination of privacy, rustic character and convenience less than 30 minutes from Boulder, Golden and Arvada. The cabin has been intentionally preserved to honor its vintage character, evoking a simpler, quieter time. The front room is bathed in beautiful natural light from windows on three sides and the views give the sense of being in a tree house, with sounds of the creek below. On cold days and nights, the glass-front Vermont Castings wood stove adds a warm glow and classic mountain ambiance. The cabin has been loved and maintained - new roof and gutters installed in 2021. High-speed fiber optic internet is locally available and a detached storage shed plus a separate lofted work area are ready for your gear, projects or creative pursuits. Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Gross Reservoir are a short drive away, putting world-class hiking and paddling practically in your backyard. Cash only (no well or septic). Come up and see it for yourself - the fresh mountain air and the stillness of this place will make the decision easy.

10763 Twin Spruce Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . 8009916092

$1,198,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ IR1058273 MLS

THE OLD RUBLE PLACE - a historic 1935 mountain homestead built around the original Coal Creek Canyon Schoolhouse, fully renovated with the original stone fireplace and windows preserved. Tucked into the canyon's "banana belt" microclimate of blue skies and mild winters, surrounded by thousands of acres of State and Federal forest. No visible neighbors. Aspen grove. Mountain views of Crescent and Blue.MAIN HOUSE: 3BR / 2.5BA. Chef's kitchen with stainless appliances, gas range, double ovens. Radiant floor heating throughout. Two new Carrier AC/heat units. Stone gas fireplace in the living room; wood-burning fireplace in the den. Cold storage, mud room, attic, and a patio opening to the aspens.GUEST HOUSE: Complete second residence above a 2-car garage - kitchen, full bath, living room, laundry, covered porch. New refrigerator, new electrical panel. Short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) PERMITTED. Turnkey income from day one or a private retreat for guests and extended family.LOCATION: 20 min to Boulder. 20 min to Golden. Just 9 min from the new Quantum Tech Hub Campus in West Arvada - a 70-acre IBM-anchored development projected to bring 3,500 high-wage tech jobs. 19 miles to Eldora ski resort. Red Rocks, Golden Gate Canyon State Park, and Gross Reservoir minutes away. Sundance Film Festival's new Boulder home is just down the canyon.UPDATES: New Carrier AC/heat, updated bathroom finishes, new kitchen and bedroom lighting, new dishwasher, newer washer/dryer, updated electrical (main house plus new guest house panel), fresh paint, new utility room heater, refreshed landscaping, foot trail up the mountain.UTILITIES: Xfinity gas, United Power electric, CenturyLink internet, AT&T cell, working landline. Coal Creek Canyon Road plowed regularly. Room on the property to build additional structures.

29070 Hwy 72, Golden

Courtesy of Epique Realty - Longmont . 3038472020

$599,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2526566 MLS

Assume the seller's VA loan at 2.25% on a balance near $370,000, veteran status not required, and skip today's rates entirely. That's real monthly savings most buyers in Golden can't find anywhere else right now. Ask the listing agent for the numbers. Built in 2018, this 3-bed, 2-bath ranch sits on 1.1 private, flat acres in the foothills. Flat driveway. Vonnie Claire Road is county-maintained on a school bus route, so it gets plowed. Fiber internet reaches the house. Paid-off 7.4kw solar keeps electric bills at $40-$60 a month. 600-ft well with zero history of problems, new pressure tank, whole-home filtration, under-sink RO system. FAST septic under $400 a year. Natural gas. Radon mitigation in place. Inside, crown molding, gas fireplace, walk-in closets in all three bedrooms, new dishwasher, new washer and dryer. Kitchen has a gas stove and pantry. Outside, expanded deck with mountain views, 2024 gazebo, detached 2-car garage, RV parking, greenhouse, chicken enclosure, room for 4+ vehicles. Now priced at $599,000, with financing most buyers can't touch anywhere else.

11754 Vonnie Claire Rd, Golden

Courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC . Sandy@JonesTeamColorado.com,303-550-3836

$584,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ IR1068029 MLS

Colorado Mountain Home with Breathtaking Views. This is the home you've been searching for. Situated on more than 3 acres and surrounded by majestic rock outcroppings, this inviting ranch-style property offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and outdoor adventure. The open-concept floor plan is designed for easy living, featuring a cozy wood-burning stove and laminate flooring. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light while framing sweeping views of mountain meadows and the Continental Divide. The spacious primary bedroom offers its own exterior entrance, providing added privacy and flexibility. Work from home with high-speed fiber-optic internet, then step outside onto the spacious deck and take in the spectacular sunsets Colorado is so famous for. As night falls, gaze at a sky filled with stars that seem close enough to touch. Adventure awaits just minutes from your doorstep at Golden Gate Canyon State Park. And when you're ready for shopping, dining and entertainment, Candelas is 25 minutes, Boulder and Historic Golden are each just 30 minutesDowntown Denver is only 53 minutes and Denver International Airport is 1 hr. Come up to Coal Creek Canyon and Love where you live and live where you play in the foothills of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

33998 Lyttle Dowdle Dr, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . 7206009006

$199,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 5983070 MLS

***Seller offering 4.5% interest rate financing for 3 years with a full priced offer*** Escape to your own private mountain getaway just a short drive from Golden, Boulder and Arvada! This unique cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern conveniences, featuring electricity, internet access, a wood-burning fireplace and incinerating toilet. The shower, hot water heaters and floorboard heaters are provided from the refillable water tank. Plus a very durable industrial metal roof. Enjoy the peace and privacy of the mountains while remaining conveniently close to town. The property does not have a well or septic system, and may not allow them. This property will not qualify for conventional financing. Cash or seller financing only.

10637 Twin Spruce Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Madison & Company Properties . brandon.svitak@madisonprops.com

$719,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ IR1065385 MLS

Colorado Mountain Home on 2.7 level acres. Tucked among shimmering aspens and dramatic rock outcroppings, this enchanting Colorado mountain home offers the peaceful lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Charming stone paths wind through rock gardens brimming with flowers and intentionally curated stone patios create a magical nature sanctuary surrounded by lilacs and towering evergreens. Another path guides you to an outdoor greenhouse offering an opportunity to grow your own veggies. Enter the home into an inviting sunroom, where vaulted ceilings and walls of windows frame views of ponderosa pines, aspens and forested hillsides. The open-concept living/dining area is warm and welcoming with a stunning moss rock wood-burning fireplace - the perfect place to relax after a day of adventure. Primary suite is spacious and boasts expansive windows and a 3/4 bath. High-speed fiber optic internet makes working from home effortless, allowing you to enjoy the serenity of mountain living. The walkout lower level, highlighted by a modern wire stair railing, offers possibilities to create additional living space. Recent improvements: New window panes, a new boiler, new hot water heater. A Class 4 roof was installed in July 2026. Detached garage has an electric vehicle charger, while a separate storage shed provides plenty of space for your Colorado gear. Adventure awaits, just minutes away. Spend the day paddling at Gross Reservoir or mountain biking at Walker Ranch Open Space. The Eldorado Canyon State Park trailhead for snowshoeing and access to world-class climbing - all within a 10-min drive. Golden Gate Canyon State Park is 15 minutes away for hiking, camping and spectacular fall colors. Eldora Ski Resort is 35 minutes away, while the shops, restaurants and amenities of Boulder, Golden and Arvada are all within 25-minutes. Experience the perfect balance of mountain tranquility and everyday convenience in one of the Front Range's favorite canyon communities.

11988 Begole Cir, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . 8009916092

$649,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ IR1063612 MLS

True mountain living with huge sweeping views of Coal Creek Canyon, sitting 25 minutes from Boulder and Golden.Thanks to owned solar panels, average utility bills run about $70/month. The hot water baseboard heating is solar powered with utility grid backup and the primary bathroom has radiant electric floor heating. That elevation isn't just for the views, at 8,400 feet no air conditioning is needed-open windows, feel the mountain breeze, and cool nights year-round. Wildlife, no light pollution-the night sky here is the real thing-the kind of star-blanketed dark you must drive hours from most cities to find. Add in the quiet... shhhh. Of course, the sunny southern orientation makes winter access easy.And then the house! For the benefit of the views, the living space is on the top floor, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, an open living room awash in light, kitchen and dining areas are positioned to take full advantage of the views. The ground level houses the second living space: a recreation room, wet bar, bathroom, and a flex room.Meticulously maintained, the practical improvements that don't shout but quietly transform the experience of living, including extra insulation, new septic system in 2017, solar power installed in 2022.Enjoy the sunshine, fresh mountain air and a little piece of Colorado, elevated in every sense of the word. This home is ready for its next chapter.

32307 Sylvan Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder . 3039450553

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